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22 September 1862
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
They lost 300 or 400 men in the last battle.
GLC07705.102
7 October 1862
He notes that President Lincoln arrived in town after his visit with the Grand Army and made two short speeches.
GLC07705.104
11 October 1862
He writes that Mr. Hallow received his father's letter informing him the money written for by him had been sent on.
GLC07705.105
29 October 1862
He left encampment at Pleasant Valley and marched onward until they crossed the Potomac into Virginia. He is now in charge of some 40 men.
GLC07705.108
3 November 1862-4 November 1862
He camped where the rebels had possession of in the morning. A skirmish broke out.
GLC07705.110
12 November 1862
He writes they are still here but will probably move on Thursday.
GLC07705.113
20 November 1862
He describes a skirmish across the Rappahanock. He reports that he received the valise with all the items he requested and requests more items like a coat and boots.
GLC07705.115
24 February 1862
Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864
to Richard H. Jackson
He is very proud that his son is in the "gallant ninth" he has been reading about. celebrated Washington's birthday. He sent the (looks like "Flushaled") Papers.
GLC07705.203
2 January 1864
He sends $50 home. He writes of the time when he may walk in and surprise his father.
GLC07705.193
13 January 1864
He recounts the raising of the "starry banner" over Fort Wagner. He described it as a gala time.
GLC07705.195
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